Moonstone
Beach - Cambria, Ca.

To those of us who live in Cambria,
California this Beach holds a special place in our
hearts. This section of beach is where we go for solitude,
comfort from the sea and to search for the illusive treasures of the
sea.

The mixture of the cool breezewith
the brushing sounds of waves
coming ashore allows one to drift quietly into deep thought about life,
love and new adventures.

Many locals gather in the parking area to watch for the
mysterious whales
which frequent the horizon. We rarely see a whale breech the
surface but that is ok to most of us. We primarily watch to see
the whales stupendous spout of sea water out in the distances and that
is
enough for most of us.

Many locals walk the beach day after day in search of treasure.
No, there is no gold or silver on the beach but we do find something
just
as precious, at least to us.

The rocks and sand on the beach yield a vast array of sea glass and
moonstone rocks. My wife and I have walked many a mile along the
beach
with your heads down, eyes darting back and forth through the rocks
searching for tiny bits of ocean washed glass and the spectacular
moonstone.

We make a game out of the search. Who can find the first piece of glass
or stone? My wife normally wins because she can see better than I
can.

The moonstone is a type of feldspar which is one of the
most
abundant minerals on earth. The name Moonstone comes from a
resemblance to the moon.

There is a mystical side to the stone. The ancient Romans
believed the stone was made from moonlight. In recent times the
stone is believed to bring luck and good fortune. However, for us
it is fun to go to the beach and spend hours diligently searching for
treasure.

You can find many treasures on the beach in Cambria. One day I
was walking along and stumbled on a Abalone shell. I had just
arrived in Cambria and I didn't have any idea what an abalone was
or how rare it is to find a complete half shell on the beach.

You can find all sorts of rocks, shells and if you are lucky, like I
was, you might even find an Abalone shell.

Surfing
is popular sport in Cambria!

My wife
and I rarely put our feet in the
water let alone surf. The waters of the pacific are extremely
cold in this area but it doesn't seem to bother the surfers. If
you like to surf
or just watch surfers you have come to the right beach.

When you visit Moonstone Beach look forJason
Hall. He is a professional photographer who specializes in
photographing surfers. If you would like to see a few of
his
pictures click on the link. Moonstone
Beach Pictures.

Would you
like to take a dip in a heated
swimming pool in Shamel Park? Maybe let the kids swing or climb on the
monkey bars. Shamel has a host of things to do.

Shamel Park is located on the south
of
end of Moonstone. It is easy to find. Going north on hwy 1
look for the Shell Gas Station on the right. When you come to the
light, which is Windsor Drive take a left. Follow Windsor for
about one half mile and you will run into the park.The park has swings and a play ground for
kids. It also has a large area of grass to throw a football, play
soccer or let the kids or dogs run wild.

If you are into picnics, Shamel Park has
picnic tables and out door
grills for you to cook your chicken, hot dogs, steak or anything else
you would like to eat.

Moonstone Beach and Shamel Park are great
places to relax and enjoy the
cool air, green grass and listen to the sound of the ocean.

You can bring your dogs but you need
to keep
them on a leash.

Moonstone Beach- Watch the Video - Spectacular Pictures

The sound of the waves crashing made
for a great videos on the
beach. A walk on Moonstone brings a sense of peace and
wonder. We love to search for sea glass and let the dogs
runs. The kids in the picture are my grandkids and they just had
the best time running up and down the beach.

If you
love the sand, sea and surf as much
as we do you will certainly
make Moonstone Beach a place to visit while on the Central Coast of
California.

We want to hear about your visit. If you
have pictures send them to us and tell us your favorite place on the
Central Coast.Now is a good time to book a room.
Most of the Hotels and Motels
on the beach stay booked so make sure you book in advance.

Make sure you click on the RSS button at the top on the left.
You can keep up with all the news from our site.

Have A Great Story or Pics from the Central Coast?

Do you have a great story or Pictures from the Central Coast? Share it!

Your story will appear on a Web page exactly the way you enter it here. You can wrap a word in square brackets to make it appear bold. For example [my story] would show as my story on the Web page containing your story.

TIP: Since most people scan Web pages, include your best thoughts in your first paragraph.

Cambria, California - Paradise in California! Cambria, my home, one of the most beautiful towns on the central coast. Need inside information? Come visit our site for the inside information.
How would you like to live here?

Paso Robles,California - El Paso De Robles - Pass of the Oaks.
Do you like fine wine? If you do, this little town nestled in rolling hills and vineyards is the place for you. However, Paso is far more than fine wine.
Come find out the truth about

Cayucos, California - The term laid back is used to describe this little central coast surfing village.
If you like sand and suds this is the town for you. And is it dog friendly?
How would you like to live here?.

Morro Bay, California - Would you like to see a Sea Otter in the wild? This little, working, fishing village has it all.
Home of the Rock, the Stacks, Fishing Trips, Whale watching, great shops, food and MUCH MORE.

Central Coast Wild Life Zoo - The Central Coast of California has a neat little zoo. The Charles Paddox Zoo is located in Atascadero, Ca.
Would you like to see a Tiger up close? You have to take a look at these pictures, come visit.

Central Coast Weather - The weather on the Central Coast of California changes from town to town.
It can be a cool 59 in Cambria, Ca and 105 in Paso Robles, Ca, only 25 miles away. For more information come visit.

Cambria Hiking Trails - Fern &amp; Strawberry hiking trails in Cambria, Ca. let's you get outdoors and enjoy the forest.
Hiking is a popular thing to do when visiting Cambria. Come find out where the locals hike.

The Elephant Seal - The Central Coast of California is proud to be the land based home of the Majestic Elephant Seals.
The seals are located just north of San Simeon, Ca. and you can view the seals year round.

Lions Club Pinedorado in Cambria, California - This event is one of a kind.
If you are looking for something to do on the Central Coast you need to attend the Pinedorado.
How would you like to live here?.

California Highway 41 - This state highway from Morro Bay to Atascadero is a great way to spend an day. Avacado farms, orange groves, canyons and a zoo are located on this highway. For more information come visit.

Lake Santa Margarita - Do you want to do some fresh water fishing, enjoy some fresh air or go boating on your visit to the Central Coast? Santa Margarita Lake offers a wide variety of water activities.
Come visit for more information.

Wine Tasting Etiquette! - What you should know about the art of tasting wine. Wine tasting is an art. The Central Coast of California offers a multitude of great wine events. Come visit for more information.

California Hikes - The Bishops Peak Trail! - If you like to hike in the State of California - Los Oso and Montana De Oro State Park provides great trails!. Come visit for more information on this hike.

Hiking Trail! - The Bill Kern Trail in Cambria California provides adventure in the wild woods and a breath taking view of the sea.
This is one great hike for the family. Come visit for more information.

Creekside Gardens Cafe - If you want a great Breakfast, Lunch and Patio Dinning Creekside is the best. Located in Cambria, California. Come visit for more information on this great Central Coast Restaurant.

French Corner Bakery - This fantastic French Bakery is located in Cambria, Ca. and they specialize in Cakes, Desserts, Sandwiches and much more.
Come visit for more information on this great Central Coast Bakery etc.

Springside Restaurant - If you want a great Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner this restaurant is the best. Located in Paso Robles, California. Come visit for more information on this great Central Coast Restaurant.

Lake Nacimiento - A Fresh Water Experience! This beautiful lake is located outside of Paso Robles, California. If you are visiting the Central Coast of
California and want to do some fresh water fishing this lake is the spot.
Come visit to learn more.

Big Sur Travel Tips! - Big Sur California is as dramatic and unconventional as it is isolated. Ninety miles of rugged coastlines,
spectacular scenic views, the natural beauty of its beaches and its wilderness,
and its unconventional personality will enthrall you and have you coming back for more.. Come visit for more information.